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Trump’s awareness of the diplomatic game emphasizes a no-nonsense attitude—if progress stalls, he will not hesitate to call out bad faith actors and threaten economic pain on Russia’s allies. As he’s previously demonstrated, applying economic pressure can be a potent tool, especially when combined with the negotiation stance of "if you're not serious, I have no time for you."
Hollywood and the Maelstrom of Deal-Making: Megan and Harry’s Netflix Negotiations
Switching gears to Hollywood, the conversation turned to the recent negotiations and deal adjustments involving Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and Netflix. The initial deal, which promised a litany of projects, appears to have been scaled back—revised into a "first look" arrangement with less guaranteed money upfront.